Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Numerical solution of equations

Numerical solution of equations — practice question

The curve whose equation is $e^{2x} - 18x + y^3 + y = 11$ has a stationary point at $(p, q)$.
(a)[4]

Determine the exact value of $p$.

(b)[2]

Show, by rearranging, that $q = \sqrt[3]{2 + 18 \ln 3 - q}$.

(c)[2]

Show, using calculations, that $q$ lies between $2.5$ and $3.0$.

(d)[3]

Use an iterative formula based on the equation in (b) to find $q$ correct to $4$ significant figures. Give the outcome of each iteration to $6$ significant figures.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply differentiation to $y^3$ so that $3y^2\tfrac{dy}{dx}$ is obtained

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI